Quote by Roland Barthes

To hide a passion totally (or even to hide, more simply, its excess) is inconceivable: not because the human subject is too weak, but because passion is in essence made to be seen: the hiding must be seen: I want you to know that I am hiding something from you, that is the active paradox I must resolve: at one and the same time it must be known and not known: I want you to know that I don't want to show my feelings: that is the message I address to the other.

To hide a passion totally (or even to hide, more simply, its

Summary

This quote by French philosopher and writer Roland Barthes explores the paradoxical nature of passion and the act of hiding it. Barthes argues that it is impossible to completely conceal a passion, as it is inherently meant to be seen and expressed. However, there is a conflicting desire to simultaneously reveal and conceal the passion, sending a message to others that one has something to hide and that they do not wish to openly display their emotions. The quote reflects the complex dynamics of human relationships and the interplay between the desire for transparency and mystery.

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By Roland Barthes

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